Wildfires

Wildfires can burn thousands of acres, devastate communities, and sometimes even claim lives. In this video from our “When Nature Strikes” series, learn about some of the latest developments in wildfire prediction technology.

Science of Innovation

Professor Homayoon Kazerooni is a robotics engineer with more than 40 patents to his name. His research on exoskeletons relies on more than just ingenuity and engineering expertise, it’s also an example of how inspiration can play a part in the innovation process.

Mysteries of the Brain

Ever dream of controlling things with your mind? Neuroengineer Rajesh Rao is developing devices that can monitor and extract brain activity to enable a machine or computer to accomplish tasks, from playing video games to controlling a prosthetic arm.

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